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About the Artist
Kawase Hasui was a leading figure of Japan's shin hanga movement, celebrated for revitalizing traditional woodblock printing with a modern sense of atmosphere and travel. Working closely with publisher Watanabe Shozaburo, Hasui created landscapes that evoke a sense of place and quiet poetry, capturing the spirit of early twentieth-century Japan.
His works are among the most collected Japanese landscape images of the era, admired for their tranquil beauty and subtle storytelling. Discover more in our Kawase Hasui prints collection.
The Artwork
Created in 1931, this print depicts dawn at Lake Yamanaka, one of the Fuji Five Lakes, at the moment when night gives way to day. During this period, scenes like this resonated with a growing interest in domestic travel and reflected the enduring reverence for Mount Fuji as both a natural wonder and a cultural symbol.
Rather than emphasizing drama, Hasui explores the quiet psychology of dawn: the stillness, the anticipation, and the gentle transition of time. The artwork invites viewers into a contemplative space, echoing the peaceful beginnings of a new day.
Style & Characteristics
The composition features Mount Fuji in the distance, its silhouette mirrored in the calm waters of the lake. Hasui employs subtle gradations of color, a hallmark of his woodblock technique, to evoke the shifting light of early morning.
Dominated by cool blues and soft whites, the print is accented with delicate warm tones that hint at the rising sun. The mood is serene and expansive, making it an elegant example of Japanese landscape art. For more pieces in this palette, explore our blue-toned prints.
In Interior Design
This artwork is ideal for bedrooms, reading nooks, or offices where a sense of calm is desired, and it also complements living rooms as refined wall decor. Its tranquil horizon and spacious composition harmonize with Japandi, minimalist, and Scandinavian interiors, where simplicity and natural materials are emphasized.
Pair it with pale walls, light or dark wood, and textiles in blue, green, or warm neutrals for a balanced look. It also works beautifully in a nature-inspired gallery wall alongside our landscape posters for a cohesive, travel-inspired home atmosphere.